Daily Asia briefing

This is the fourth ballistic missile launch in April and the seventh in 2026.

SEOUL, April 20 - North Korean leader Kim Jong Un on Sunday oversaw test launches of upgraded short-range ballistic missiles, state media KCNA reported on Monday.

Ballistic missile defense remains one of Ukraine's biggest challenges in their war with Russia, with American Patriot systems being the only type capable of intercepting Russian missiles.

An Australian former soldier charged with committing war crimes in Afghanistan vowed on Sunday to clear his name, saying he had never "run from a fight" in his first public comments since his arrest. Ben Roberts-Smith wa...

A naval task group led by a Chinese warship will sail through the Bashi Channel into the Western Pacific Ocean.

Dozens of Chinese-made humanoid robots showed off their fast-improving athleticism and autonomous navigation skills as they whizzed past ​human runners in a half-marathon race in Beijing on Sunday, highlighting the secto...

Channel NewsAsia is tracking Diplomacy & Power developments tied to Paredes penalty seals Boca Superclasico win at River.

Channel NewsAsia is tracking Diplomacy & Power developments tied to Dollar rebounds as Middle East tensions reignite, Hormuz closed.

Channel NewsAsia is tracking Diplomacy & Power developments tied to FIA hails 'invaluable input' from drivers ahead of F1 rules meeting.

Instead of being recognised for their skills at work, people affected by cancer may feel defined by the diagnosis, says Tan Kwang Cheak of the Singapore Cancer Society.

Reports say that members of his National Party will move against him this week.

WELLINGTON, April 20 - A newly released poll showed support has fallen further for New Zealand's ruling National Party and Prime Minister Christopher Luxon, as he continues to face questions over whether he can retain hi...

Channel NewsAsia is tracking Diplomacy & Power developments tied to Oil jumps and stock futures slip as Iran tensions unsettle markets.

With 1,700 flats to pick through, the authorities hope the process will be completed by early May.

China is keen to stake its position both as an early adopter and leader in humanoid robots.

Two local men and a foreign woman were killed in the incident.

Foreign nationals entering Vietnam and overseas Vietnamese using visas must complete an online declaration before arrival.

The fire spread through densely packed wooden houses built on stilts.

Sarawak’s ruling coalition, GPS, is preparing for state and national polls, due by April 2027 and February 2028.

ISLAMABAD: Pakistan and Qatar are in an advanced stage of discussions for the supply of at least four cargoes of liquefied natural gas (LNG), which could pass through the Strait of Hormuz, sources told Dawn on Sunday. Th...

The nation’s weather forecaster predicted more thunderstorm for parts of North Island.

SYDNEY, April 19 - A clean-up began in New Zealand's capital Wellington after flash flooding, sparked by heavy rain, hit the nation's North Island, authorities said on Sunday.

Millions of voters have been struck off the voter list in several states and critics are questioning the process.

Islamabad Deputy Commissioner Irfan Nawaz Memon on Sunday dismissed as fake on Sunday a notification announcing that all public and private offices in the federal capital and Rawalpindi would remain closed from April 20...

Islamabad Deputy Commissioner Irfan Nawaz Memon on Sunday dismissed as fake on Sunday a notification announcing that all public and private offices in the federal capital and Rawalpindi would remain closed from April 20...

Channel NewsAsia is tracking Diplomacy & Power developments tied to Google in talks with Marvell to build new AI chips, The Information reports.

A humanoid robot competing against flesh-and-blood runners broke the world record at a Beijing half marathon on Sunday, showcasing the rapid technological advancement achieved by Chinese makers. Humanoid robots have beco...

There was a “strong suspicion” that Indonesian soldiers were responsible, the rights body’s chairwoman said.